It’s fall, y’all. Well, almost. Officially, summer ends this weekend on September 22. So this is the last weekend for you to get in some quality gaming time before the trees start to change colors and the weather gets to a tolerable temperature. Even that’s not promised, given the state of global warming. But you know… Read more... View the full article
A new trailer for the upcoming Silent Hill 2 remake quietly confirmed that the horror game will be a PS5 console exclusive for at least a year. So if you were planning to buy this game on Xbox (or maybe a theoretical Switch 2), you’ll have to wait until 2025. Read more... View the full article
Enotria: The Last Song is a soulslike title inspired by Italian folklore, bringing a sunnier vibe to the gloomy genre, otherwise known for its oppressive and dark aesthetics. This unique entry in such a beloved field promises dozens of hours of action for those looking to dig in and see it all. Read more... View the full article
It’s a ***** fine day for managed democracy, folks. The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and the Helldivers 2 soundtrack is now available to stream. Now, wherever you go, liberty can follow closely behind you. You can take it on the road, on the train, at the gym, or blast it from the comfort of your own room,… Read more... View the full article
With series like Mass Effect and Dragon Age, BioWare has made a name for itself as the “choices matter” studio. These games have allowed players to import their choices from previous entries in order to keep a consistent world state that feels shaped, to some degree, by your actions. The process by which players do… Read more... View the full article
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners was a shockingly good anime spin-off that proved not all video game transmedia projects are destined for mediocrity. So maybe it’s not surprising that Netflix and Cyberpunk 2077 maker CD Projekt Red are back to tease a new collaboration that will let fans return to Night City for another… Read more... View the full article
Star Wars Outlaws’ space travel mechanics offer an occasionally enjoyable distraction when you tire of stealthily infiltrating an Imperial compound on Toshara. But weirdly, the game appears utterly uninterested in explaining its mechanics, purposes and techniques, instead leaving us to tumble about in confusion,… Read more... View the full article
After nearly three years of fans waiting with bated breath, we finally know when Arcane season two will air. The second, and last, season of Netflix’s League of Legends adaptation has been a long time coming and after stringing us along with a handful of clips, trailers, and a nebulous release window of November, the… Read more... View the full article
Astro **** is one of the most entertaining and depressing games I’ve played in ages. It’s a loud, unrestrained ********** of creative energy, it’s an antiseptic corporate product drowning in brand *********. A shining example of what current-gen first-party games can be, a dreary reminder of everything they’re not.… Read more... View the full article
As we approach the mid-life cycle of Fortnite Chapter 5, Season 4, Epic has introduced a new limited-time mode that pits players against one another in a Marvel-themed 16v16 match, called Day of *****. Playable until October 3, 2024, in addition to eliminating one another, players can earn XP and unlock a special… Read more... View the full article
Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii will bring the ********* sandbox soap opera back for another annual release early next year, ***** announced on Friday during the September 2024 RGG Summit. The apparent spin-off will follow the swashbuckling exploits of long-time series character Goro Majima, and the trailer looks… Read more... View the full article
When you boot up BioWare’s long-awaited RPG Dragon Age: The Veilguard on October 31 and create your custom character, you’ll be asked what Faction your protagonist Rook came from before the game starts. As you’ll notice as you recruit new teammates throughout your journey, each of these Factions has a corresponding… Read more... View the full article
The Pokémon Trading Card Game (PTCG) has been around just one year less than the video games it was based on, making it 27 years old this year. And while it generally hits the news when a classic card is sold for a ludicrous price, the actual competitive game it’s created for has never been more popular. This is… Read more... View the full article
If you listen closely, it feels like you can hear the jingle of plastic and metal for Nintendo’s next console as its manufactured and assembled in faraway factories. You can almost sense its launch lineup coming into focus as the company’s developers prepare to put their finishing touches on whimsical new experiments.… Read more... View the full article
It’s been 10 years since Dragon Age: Inquisition launched in 2014. Despite waiting a decade for a new game in Dragon Age: The Veilguard, fans haven’t been without stories within the fantasy world of Thedas in the years since. There have been novels, comics, anime, and even an audio drama showcasing each of the party… Read more... View the full article
Marvel loves its easter eggs, and it seems its invasion into Fortnite has brought that along. There’s yet another secret story quest for players to complete. This time, instead of helping out Gwenpool, you’ll be giving a hand to the secret Iron Man fan club that can be found in Doomstadt. It’s worth mentioning that… Read more... View the full article
The opening scene of The Penguin, HBO’s The Batman spin-off series set in the comic book universe Matt Reeves created, is so good I watch it several times before continuing on to the rest of the episode. Colin Farrell plays the titular Penguin (whose name has, strangely, been changed from Oswald Cobblepott to Oz Cobb… Read more... View the full article
The Sword Lance is a Heavy Thrusting Sword added in Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree expansion. This *******’s awesome Ash of War and fantastic overall damage output makes it a rock solid choice for Strength builds looking to add some fun flair to their kit. Read more... View the full article
The Spirit Glaive is a new Halberd added in Elden Ring:Shadow of the Erdtree. This unique ******* has a really cool Ash of War skill attached to it, and can be a fantastic choice for Intelligence builds looking to add some melee flair to their kit. Read more... View the full article
If you’ve played action-adventure game ***** Rising, you likely remember that moment when you enter the mall’s large outdoor park and run into a group of prisoners in a military jeep. The group is chasing after a woman and an older man, the wild prisoners ***** the man and then the cutscene ends. That’s when Lifeseeker’s… Read more... View the full article
I really enjoyed The Plucky Squire, an action-adventure game in the vein of classic Legend of Zelda titles. It’s got not one, but two, whimsical art styles: one reminiscent of children’s picture books, and another in which the hero is presented as a miniature toy that comes to life in a child’s bedroom. The game is… Read more... View the full article
It’s been two weeks since Sony announced it was taking the unprecedented step of unreleasing Concord and almost as long since the ill-fated, sci-fi hero shooter was officially taken offline. In the time since, Kotaku understands that developers at Firewalk Studios have been in limbo about their future as they await… Read more... View the full article
Making a sequel to an amazing game is hard enough, but with each subsequent entry that task gets even *******. So while 1991's point-and-click adventure game Monkey Island 2 is seen as a stunning improvement over its predecessor, the more the series went on, the ******* it was to recapture the original sparkle. That is… Read more... View the full article
Marvel Vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics is a monumental compilation of the original collaborative titles from these iconic companies. Although Marvel Vs Capcom 2 is the entry everyone’s most wanted, we do get to see the magic from prior games in the series. And a majority of them feature secret… Read more... View the full article
With multiple planets to explore, and quests that send you far and wide across the vast landscapes, traversing the likes of Toshara on foot is a fool’s errand. You need a fast-moving vehicle, and the game provides you with an iconic speeder bike relatively early. There’s just one problem: at the start, it sucks! Read more... View the full article
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It’s fall, y’all. Well, almost. Officially, summer ends this weekend on September 22. So this is the last weekend for you to get in some quality gaming time before the trees start to change colors and the weather gets to a tolerable temperature. Even that’s not promised, given the state of global warming. But you know… Read more... View the full article